Afro Nation’s WAV Festival is set to make its explosive Cape Town debut this Friday, January 2, 2026, taking over Green Point Track with a powerhouse R&B-driven lineup, premium lifestyle experiences and a near sold-out crowd, with 95% of tickets already gone.
Presented in partnership with Don Julio 1942, Johnnie Walker, Spotify, Frequency, Rose’s and YFM, WAV Festival brings a world-class sonic and cultural experience to the Mother City, reinforcing Cape Town’s global reputation as one of the world’s leading lifestyle capitals.
A festival built on R&B emotion, culture & premium experience
More than just another party, WAV delivers emotion-rich performance, curated sound and elevated production — from dedicated food courts and cashless convenience to immersive brand zones, including a curated Johnnie Walker experience. Africa House presented by Don Julio offers limited ultra-premium hospitality access.
Final line-up highlights
WAV’s genre-defining roster blends international firepower with African excellence, including:
• Mariah The Scientist
• Kelvin Momo
• Shekhinah
• Wale (Special Guest)
• Isaiah Falls, Sasha Keable, Langa Mavuso, Manana, Nanette, Kujenga, Lia Butler and more
Hosting duties are led by Kenya’s Claudia Naisabwa and South Africa’s Olly Zondi.
What festivalgoers need to know
• Venue: Green Point Track
• Doors open: 11:00 | Performances from 12:00 till late
• Strictly 18+
• No camping chairs or cooler boxes
• Cashless event
• E-hailing strongly encouraged
Final tickets and VIP upgrades:
👉 www.wavfestival.com
Golden Circle tickets are sold out — limited general and VIP remain.
WAV Festival is powered by The Malachite Group and Africa Creative Agency, the team behind global Afro Nation experiences in Portugal, Miami, Detroit and Ghana — bringing a truly global festival standard to South Africa.
Cape Town, the wave is here!
